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Council approves start of fundraising effort for Lincoln Police canine program; startup costs to be privately funded
Summary
Council authorized the police department to seek donations and grants to establish a canine unit; chief said start‑up costs (~$16,850) will be covered by outside funding and the city will assume estimated annual upkeep (~$4,900) if needed.
The Lincoln City Council on Thursday authorized the Lincoln Police Department to begin seeking grants and donations to establish a police canine (K‑9) program, with the department stressing it will not start the program until startup funding is secured.
Chief Giddings outlined a proposed single canine and handler, estimating one‑time startup costs of about $16,850…
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